Guide for publishing disease vector, host and pathogen data via biodiversity data platforms

GBIF is preparing to publish a guide on publishing data on disease vectors, hosts and pathogens through biodiversity data platforms, to support the mobilization of open-access biodiversity data related to vector-borne diseases.

How to take part in the peer review (deadline: 30 June)

Community members who would like to contribute to the peer-review process are encouraged to consult the overview of the digital documentation programme, as well as the specific instructions and expectations for providing suggestions and improvements.

To provide suggestions as a reviewer, community members are asked to:

• Create a GitHub account (see the “How to” video: How to).
• Review the draft document Guide for publishing vector, host and pathogen data through biodiversity data platforms.
• Record suggestions by creating or commenting on issues on GitHub (see the “How to” video: How to).
• Start, follow and support discussions on the GBIF community forum.

Please remember that all interactions in this process must follow the GBIF code of conduct, which aims to foster a safe, welcoming and productive, professional, respectful and harassment-free environment for all participants.